Best Barbeque in Austin
You haven't been to Texas until you have sampled the barbeque. There are plenty of places to find it, but finding the good stuff can be difficult. This will be the place to find everything you would want to know about barbeque in Austin. The good, the bad, and the out of town.
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Good BBQ
Rudy's
Locations all over town. It is a Texas chain and is known for its smoked turkey, chopped beef, and of course, the sauce. Must have the creamed corn. It's like dessert. Trust me.
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Artz Rib House
2330 South Lamar
512-442-8283
The name says it all. Get the large order of their country style ribs. Usually has live music as well.
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The Green Mesquite
1400 Barton Springs Rd.
512-479-0485
Hole in the wall. Okay briscuit. The ribs were better. Pretty cheap.
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Bert's
3563 Far West Blvd #109
512-474-2613
Only one location burned down. Have the Turbo. Just do it.
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Iron Works Barbecue
100 Red River St
(512) 478-4855
Beef Ribs are probably your best bet here
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Locations all over town. It is a Texas chain and is known for its smoked turkey, chopped beef, and of course, the sauce. Must have the creamed corn. It's like dessert. Trust me.
Other Reviews Yahoo Local / Yelp / Citysearch
Artz Rib House
2330 South Lamar
512-442-8283
The name says it all. Get the large order of their country style ribs. Usually has live music as well.
Other Reviews Citysearch / Yelp
The Green Mesquite
1400 Barton Springs Rd.
512-479-0485
Hole in the wall. Okay briscuit. The ribs were better. Pretty cheap.
Other Reviews Citysearch / Yelp
Bert's
3563 Far West Blvd #109
512-474-2613
Only one location burned down. Have the Turbo. Just do it.
Other Reviews Yelp
Iron Works Barbecue
100 Red River St
(512) 478-4855
Beef Ribs are probably your best bet here
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Out of Austin Barbeque
Technically not in town, but still worth the trip
The Salt Lick
18300 FM Rd 1826
Driftwood, TX 78619
512-858-4959
Their family-style dining atmosphere is something everyone needs to experience. It is well worth it for you and some friends to load up a cooler full of beer (its BYOB), head down south, and feast for a couple of hours.
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Smitty's
208 South Commerce
Lockhart, Texas 78644
512-398-9344
Voted one of the top five best restaurants in Texas. Great excuse for a trip on a weekend day.
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18300 FM Rd 1826
Driftwood, TX 78619
512-858-4959
Their family-style dining atmosphere is something everyone needs to experience. It is well worth it for you and some friends to load up a cooler full of beer (its BYOB), head down south, and feast for a couple of hours.
Other Reviews Citysearch / Yelp / Yahoo Local
Smitty's
208 South Commerce
Lockhart, Texas 78644
512-398-9344
Voted one of the top five best restaurants in Texas. Great excuse for a trip on a weekend day.
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Overrated Barbeque in Austin
In my opinion, they just aren't that great, but you can decide for yourself
Lambert's
401 W 2nd Street
512-494-1500
Fancy BBQ that isn't bad, just not worth the price.
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Stubb's
801 Red River St
512-480-8341
Great place to listen to music, not the best place to grab some meat. It could be convenient before a show. I think the Gospel Brunch on Sunday is fantastic, but don't make room in your schedule to eat the barbecue there.
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County Line
5204 RR 2222
6500 Bee Cave Rd
Its the leader in the reader poll but it still isn't my favorite. I went back and had their beef ribs. Quite tasty. May have to rethink my opinion on this place.
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Uncle Billy's Brew and Cue
1530 Barton Springs Rd
(512) 476-0100
This place not only serves bbq but also makes home brew and usually has some live music. I have heard good things about the beer, but the brisket was nothing to spectacular and the sides were disappointing.
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401 W 2nd Street
512-494-1500
Fancy BBQ that isn't bad, just not worth the price.
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Stubb's
801 Red River St
512-480-8341
Great place to listen to music, not the best place to grab some meat. It could be convenient before a show. I think the Gospel Brunch on Sunday is fantastic, but don't make room in your schedule to eat the barbecue there.
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County Line
5204 RR 2222
6500 Bee Cave Rd
Its the leader in the reader poll but it still isn't my favorite. I went back and had their beef ribs. Quite tasty. May have to rethink my opinion on this place.
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Uncle Billy's Brew and Cue
1530 Barton Springs Rd
(512) 476-0100
This place not only serves bbq but also makes home brew and usually has some live music. I have heard good things about the beer, but the brisket was nothing to spectacular and the sides were disappointing.
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Vote on the Best BBQ in Austin
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Let me know where I missed. Where do you get BBQ in Austin?
ShayDe1 wrote...
My Austin travel lens (http://www.squidoo.com/VisitAustin) features 10 vegetarian-friendly restaurants, so I added links to your BBQ lens to add a balanced culinary perspective. ;-) I also enjoyed your other lenses, particularly the "Best Mexican" and "Best Pizza" ones -- I've lensrolled those, as well. Thanks for sharing your insider's perspective!
Posted April 13, 2009
OhMe wrote...
Great list. If I ever get to Austin, I will know where to go for good Barbecue. Lensrolling to my Barbecue lenses.
Posted October 11, 2008
by ChrisLloyd
My name is Chris Lloyd. I love Austin and everything it has to offer. Sometimes it can be difficult to keep track of everything going on here. I hope... (more)
